Question 1

Ok,..in plain english,...can i plug this tt into external speakers? that's all i want it for. if yes,...what type of speakers?

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Yes you can... The turntable has a built-in preamp.
You want to buy powered speakers. They sell tons of them now. The best I have heard were KRK powered speakers. 
To get a good idea of what’s available, check out the needledoctor or crutchfield websites.

Question 2

So, since this turntable has a built in preamp, does this mean I can use passive speakers? Or do I need powered speakers?

Accepted Answer

No. You'll need powered speakers or you'll need to plug it into an amp to use passive speakers. "Preamp" = pre (before) amplifier. Preamps and phono amps take the very low signal from the stylus and amplify it to a level that an amplifier can use. AND (the reason record players need phono-specific preamps instead of a standard preamp) the preamp/phonoamp also decodes the RIAA format that all albums since the 1950s use, which is proprietary and needs a specific type of decoding to play the music.

Question 3

I have always owned belt drive turntables. I have read that direct drive can be noisy. How is this one as far as rumble?

Accepted Answer

Rumble is not referred to on the manufacturers website. The signal to noise ratio is stated as greater than 50dB. That means the rating could actually be only 51dB but the exact number is not stated. Here are a few specs copied and pasted from the website.
Motor - DC servo motor
Starting Torque - >1.0 kgf.cm
Wow and Flutter - 50 dB
Output Level - Pre-amp “PHONO”: 4 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec
                          Pre-amp “LINE”: 240 mV nominal at 1 kHz, 5 cm/sec

Question 4

Will this play an old 78 slate lp?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you may want to buy a stylus (needle) or cartridge made specifically for your old monaural (mono) 78s.  The stylus and cartridge that come with this unit are for modern stereo recordings on vinyl.  The stylus itself might be damaged by use on old 78s.  Changing styli and cartridge is a fairly simple process on this turntable, and styli and cartridges are easily available at many stores, as well as online.

ASIN	B07N3S4X3P
Best Sellers Rank	92,354 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 182 in DJ & VJ Belt Drive Turntables
Box Contents	AT-HS6 headshell 1.9m (6.2') with montiertem AT-VM95E phono cartridge, dual RCA (male) to dual RCA (male) USB cable with counterweight, felt mat, and removable hinged dust cover, and 45 RPM adapter
Brand Name	Audio-Technica
Colour	Black
Compatible Devices	Amplifiers, Speakers, Audio Systems, Personal Computers
Connectivity Technology	USB
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (6,720)
Cycles	Direct drive
Enclosure Material	Plastic
Global Trade Identification Number	04961310148751
Item Dimensions L x W x H	35.1L x 45.2W x 14H centimetres
Item Weight	9140 Grams
Manufacturer	ZERKAR
Manufacturer Part Number	AT-LP120XUSB-BK
Maximum Rotational Speed	78 RPM
Model Name	Audio Technica AT-LP120XUSB
Model Number	AT-LP120XUSB-BK
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Power Consumption Size	3 Watts
Power Source	Corded Electric
Product Features	Direct Drive, Adjustable Anti-Skate Control, Variable Pitch Control
Signal Format	Analog
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	100 dB
Style Name	Professional
Unit Count	1.0 count
Voltage	110 Volts, 220 Volts

Audio Technica AT-LP120XUSB-BK USB Turntable -Direct Drive - Fully Manual - USB (Black)

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